Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Employment, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to Employment
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Certificate of Proficiency Professional Medical Coder
This program of study can be a stand alone or part of a technical certificate or associate degree curriculum and is designed to enhance a person's skill set to make him/her more productive and marketable.
Student learning outcomes:
Be prepared to successfully complete a Professional Medical Coder Certification Exam
Apply code sets (CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM) related to coding or professional services.
Discuss the role of the federal government in the development and oversight of healthcare service reporting and payment
Demonstrate an understanding of information about major insurance programs and federal healthcare legislation
Define and understand key terms associate with billing, reimbursement, and legislative entities
Details
Hours
21
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
Arkansas State University-Mountain Home (ASUMH)
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
Mountain Home
Local WIB
5025 - Northwest
Name of Credential
Certificate of Proficiency in Professional Medical Coder
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Pell, Scholarships and Loans
Refund Policy
Yes
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$1,185.75
In-State Tuition
$3,588.00
Other Fees
$60.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$5,174.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$4,833.75
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$6,419.75
